Bill · H.R. 3171· House(119-HR-3171)

Reduction in Force Review Act

Age: 88 years

California

Introduced: 5/1/2025
Last activity: 5/1/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by: Maxine Waters
Cosponsors: - 15 - 0

Government Operations and Politics

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The "Reduction in Force Review Act" amends title 5 of the United States Code to ensure rules regarding reductions in force are subject to review under chapter 8. It requires federal agencies to provide a detailed justification for such reductions, including reasons, impacts, and alternatives considered. It also requires summaries of consultations with affected employees and their representatives. Additionally, agencies must summarize how the reduction in force will impact veteran employees. The bill expands the definition of a "rule" to include workforce restructuring and office closures.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7
Requires agencies to provide detailed justifications and summaries of consultations for workforce reductions.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
Explicitly requires an analysis of how reductions in force will specifically impact veteran employees.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+5
Provides more structured review and justification requirements for administrative actions affecting federal employment.